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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 8181605 | Centerline animal weave training device connector An apparatus for demonstrating animal agility. In one embodiment, the weave apparatus includes a rail with a set of releasably removable legs. The apparatus has a plurality of joints that each secure a leg to the rail. The joint includes an axle that the leg pivots ... | 05/22/2012 |
| 8159803 | Heat actuated interrupter receptacle Apparatus for detecting an overheating condition at an electrical power device and automatically breaking the circuit when the temperature exceeds a setpoint value. In various configurations the device is a receptacle adapted to be used in a wall mounted box or a re... | 04/17/2012 |
| 8109252 | Rotary engine combustion chamber An apparatus for facilitating combustion in a rotary engine with planetary rotors orbiting inside a housing containing a main rotor. In various embodiments, the planetary rotor has a multi-faceted face that engages a bridge during the transition from the compression... | 02/07/2012 |
| 8087451 | Pull release connectors An apparatus for connecting two devices with a quick disconnect feature. A male plug is insertable into a female receiver and latched into position with a latch. The male plug is disconnected from the receiver by pulling the male plug out of the receiver with a forc... | 01/03/2012 |
| 8082606 | Waste receiving device for incontinent persons A waste receiving device for disposing of fecal waste from an incontinent person being bathed. The waste receiving device includes a receiver and a waste processing mechanism that discharges processed waste to a waste water drain. The waste processing mechanism incl... | 12/27/2011 |
| 8077094 | Plasma device with low thermal noise A plasma device having low thermal noise, which results in a high signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) of the plasma device. The plasma device includes devices with a plasma that is responsive to electromagnetic radiation and/or electrical signals. In various configurations,... | 12/13/2011 |
| 8035498 | Wireless monitoring system with a self-powered transmitter A system with a self-powered sending unit communicating with a receiving unit. The sending unit interacts with a magnet attached to a rotating or moving member. The sending unit includes an inductor that intercepts the magnetic field from the magnet. The magnetic in... | 10/11/2011 |
| 8033808 | Pressure compensating molding system A pressure compensating molding system with die faces of thin sheets. A thin die sheet separates a mold cavity from a heating/cooling cavity. A heating system causes a heated fluid to flow through the heating/cooling cavity, thereby preheating the thin sheet. The in... | 10/11/2011 |
| 8020584 | Variable valve for impact dispersal device A variable valve for impact dispersal of a force, such as a force caused by an impact or explosion. The apparatus includes a valve with a spring biased piston that engages an outlet bore as the piston moves in response to the pressure of a fluid at an inlet port. Th... | 09/20/2011 |
| D642237 | Glass bead fishing tackle | 07/26/2011 |
| 7932437 | Designer proton-channel transgenic algae for photobiological hydrogen production A designer proton-channel transgenic alga for photobiological hydrogen production that is specifically designed for production of molecular hydrogen (H2) through photosynthetic water splitting. The designer transgenic alga includes proton-conductive chann... | 04/26/2011 |
| 7930848 | Modular fire control assembly for a handgun Apparatus for a modular fire control assembly for a firearm. The modular fire control assembly integrates a hammer, a sear, a disconnector, and sear and disconnector springs in a single housing. The force applied by the sear spring is adjustable by a set screw, whic... | 04/26/2011 |
| 7887700 | Level-compensating surface skimming device An apparatus for skimming the top surface of a pool of fluid with a constant flow rate regardless of level changes of the fluid. A storage tank and a suction port are positioned at opposite ends of a conduit that connects the tank and the port. The conduit pivots ab... | 02/15/2011 |
| 7878556 | Safety release adapter A safety release adapter for making a sealed fluid connection with a male connector that is disconnected when a pulling force is applied between the adapter and the connector. The safety release adapter includes a base and a socket. The base receives and secures a f... | 02/01/2011 |
| 7857545 | Variable volume drain field system An apparatus for a variable volume drain field for onsite wastewater renovation. The system includes at least one module having a weir-type inlet and a one-way flow control device. The modules displace and store wastewater, and allow for differential release of the ... | 12/28/2010 |
| 7828336 | Quick disconnect safety connector An apparatus for connecting two hoses with a quick disconnect feature. A male plug is insertable into a female receiver and latched into position with a latch operator. The male plug is disconnected from the receiver by operating the latch operator or by pulling the... | 11/09/2010 |
| 7823625 | Upper body thermal device with quick-disconnect connectors An apparatus and method of making an upper body heating and cooling garment including heat transfer tubing and quick-release connectors. Operation of the garment is unaffected by the wearer carrying a load on a portion of the wearer's body. The garment includes a he... | 11/02/2010 |
| 7819085 | Centerline animal weave training device and method An apparatus for a weave trainer for demonstrating animal agility. In one embodiment, the weave trainer includes a rail with a set of adjustable poles. Attached to the rail are telescoping legs extending away from the centerline of the rail. The legs are grooved for... | 10/26/2010 |
| 7818216 | Transaction system with centralized data storage and authentication A centralized transaction system including a server communicating with client workstations and remote devices. The system includes a server communicating with a terminal, a remote device, and a workstation. Both customers and vendors access the server through a work... | 10/19/2010 |
| 7774975 | Fishing lure with iridescent members An apparatus for attracting fish including at least one iridescent member forming an iridescent tail extending from the shank of a fish hook. The iridescent tail includes one or more layers of a translucent film. The layers have an elongated shape with a longitudina... | 08/17/2010 |
| 7765616 | Thermal transfer device with restriction-resistant tubing An apparatus for selectively heating and cooling a body via a garment and attached heat transfer tubing. Operation of the garment is unaffected by external loads applied to the garment, such as backpack straps or harnesses. The garment includes restriction-resistant... | 08/03/2010 |
| 7739067 | In-service calibration of temperature measurement devices using plant monitoring system data System for automating the determination of cross calibration coefficients based on data stored by a plant computer and data storage unit or a plant monitoring system. The automated system includes a processor executing software for retrieving data, determining avera... | 06/15/2010 |
| 7717209 | Vehicle with vertical lift An apparatus for producing vertical lift in a vehicle. In one embodiment, two sets of trans-flow fans discharge air through multi-directional vane assemblies that direct the discharged air outward and downward. Each one of the sets of fans is positioned on opposite ... | 05/18/2010 |
| 7712714 | Adjustable connector for marine accessories An apparatus for adjustably securing a boat accessory to a boat. A first member has a plug and a second member has a socket. The plug has a rosette shape with rounded protrusions and the socket has a corresponding mating shape. Both the plug and the socket have open... | 05/11/2010 |
| 7642405 | Switchable photosystem-II designer algae for photobiological hydrogen production A switchable photosystem-II designer algae for photobiological hydrogen production. The designer transgenic algae includes at least two transgenes for enhanced photobiological H2 production wherein a first transgene serves as a genetic switch that can con... | 01/05/2010 |
| 7640764 | Portable coolant system A portable cooling system providing a controlled rate of cooling. The system includes a cool water device, a remote switching unit, and a thermal pad. The cool water device includes a coolant storage chamber separated from a pumping chamber by a baffle. The pumping ... | 01/05/2010 |
| 7614382 | Aspiration plate for planetary rotary internal combustion engine An apparatus for an aspiration plate for a rotary internal combustion engine. The engine has three rotating members that orbit about the center of a three-armed rotor as the rotor rotates within a housing with three lobes. The tips of the rotating members engage the... | 11/10/2009 |
| 7611010 | Hand held remote cover A sheath is disclosed for covering a manually manipulated controller having at least one user accessible control thereon. The sheath is elongated and includes a nose portion and linear side portions forming a sheath perimeter removably secured to a carrier for dispe... | 11/03/2009 |
| 7589622 | Emergency vehicle warning lights A system for providing warning lights for emergency vehicles in which the warning lights are incorporated into standard appearing accessories of the vehicle. A hood mounted deflector includes warning lights and takedown lights. Side window vent visors include warnin... | 09/15/2009 |
| D595935 | Skirt with straps | 07/14/2009 |
| 7238882 | Low voltage door switch An apparatus for a residential low voltage control system. A low voltage controller is adapted to fit into a standard wiring box, and the controller provides isolation/separation of the low voltage wiring from other wiring. The face plate of the controller, in one e... | 07/03/2007 |
| 7525280 | Multi-type battery charger control An apparatus for selectively charging a variety of batteries. A battery charging system includes a charging circuit, a processor, and a key, or identification device. The key has a value or code associated with the type of battery to be charged. The processor execut... | 04/28/2009 |
| D585630 | Skirt with winged straps | 02/03/2009 |
| 7481290 | Vertical lift vehicle An apparatus for producing vertical lift in a vehicle. In one embodiment, two sets of trans-flow fans discharge air through multi-directional vane assemblies that direct the discharged air outward and downward. Each one of the sets of fans is positioned on opposite ... | 01/27/2009 |
| 7475894 | Rear suspension assembly for a drag racing vehicle A rear suspension assembly for a drag racing vehicle in which the assembly includes a plurality of links with a brace assembly connecting a pair of links. The links provide a connection between the vehicle chassis and the rear axle housing. The brace assembly is att... | 01/13/2009 |
| 7472935 | Impact dispersal device An apparatus for impact dispersal of a force applied to a vehicle, such as a motor vehicle or other carrier. The apparatus includes a hydraulic cylinder in fluid communication with a relief valve and a flow restrictor connected in series. The piston rod of each cyli... | 01/06/2009 |
| 7466222 | Elevated motorcycle signal lights An apparatus for providing visual signals at an elevated position on a motorcycle, including one or more of running lights, turn signals, and brake light. A pair of light assemblies each include a light bar, a stem, and a stem bracket. The light bar includes a plura... | 12/16/2008 |
| D581480 | Glass head fishing lure | 11/25/2008 |
| 7426766 | Tufted air mattress and method of making same A tufted air mattress including a first printed sheet and a second sheet. The first printed sheet is printed over a selected area with an ink containing a fluoropolymer. The portion of the printed sheet with the ink defines a coated area. The first printed sheet att... | 09/23/2008 |
| D575220 | Music system mounting bracket for a motorcycle | 08/19/2008 |
